The Independent Committee for the National Professional Journalist Card in Tunisia has announced that applications for the 2027 card are now open. This process is in accordance with the government decree number 229 of 2021, which stipulates that the committee should set a deadline for submitting applications for the professional card every year in October. The committee called on journalistic institutions to submit the required documents for either renewing existing cards or applying for new ones by October 30, 2026.
The committee has set a deadline of October 30, 2026, for submitting applications, and journalistic institutions are required to provide standard application forms for journalists who are actively practicing the profession. These forms must be completed, signed by the head of the institution, and returned by the end of the month. Additionally, institutions must provide the committee with their official and updated email address for future correspondence.
In a separate statement, the committee announced that freelance journalists and photographers can also apply for the 2027 National Professional Journalist Card between October 1 and October 30, 2026. Applicants, whether renewing their cards or applying for new ones, must submit their applications exclusively at the committee's headquarters located at 1, Northern Urban Center, 1080 Tunis.
The Independent Committee for the National Professional Journalist Card was established to oversee the process of issuing professional cards to journalists in Tunisia. The card serves as a vital document that certifies a journalist's professional status, and it is required for accessing certain resources and benefits.
The announcement of the application period for the 2027 card comes amid various efforts by Tunisian authorities to regulate and support the journalism profession. Recently, Tunisia signed the National Health Pact to enhance comprehensive health coverage and make digital transformation a key driver.
Other recent developments in Tunisia include discussions by the Administrative Reform Committee on proposed laws and calls by the Tunisian Water Observatory to adopt modern technologies to reduce water evaporation from dams and to implement an emergency investment program to renew drinking water and irrigation networks.
The Tunisian government and various institutions continue to work on initiatives aimed at improving different sectors, including health, water management, and journalism. The application process for the National Professional Journalist Card is a crucial aspect of supporting and regulating the journalism profession in the country.
Key points
- Applications for the 2027 National Professional Journalist Card in Tunisia are open from October 1 to October 30, 2026.
- The Independent Committee for the National Professional Journalist Card is responsible for issuing the cards.
- Freelance journalists and photographers can also apply for the card during the specified period.
